Afzelia xylay - Afzelia xylocarpa

Description and Uses

Afzelia xylocarpa (Afzelia xylay) is a tropical tree from . It is mainly grown for its medicinal crops (long shelflife), but also

can be produced. The crop is harvested by ground gathering. It starts flowering after 5 - 7 years.

. Medical uses include;

The contains ( - ). After 55 years the tree can be totally removed as it reached its commercial and ecological goal. Afzelia xylocarpa has a lifespan of 110 years.

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Environmental limitations

Afzelia xylocarpa thrives in an altitude of 50 to 700 meters above sea-level (tropical). The minimum temperature is 6°C and optimally between 21 - 30°C. The optimal rainfall is 1800 mm/year. Without irrigation the annual rainfall should be between 850 - 1900 mm (L/m²). To salt it is intolerant to wind and to fire .

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Pests and Diseases

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diseases.

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Seed Propagation

Unfortunately propagation instruction is missing.

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